To my amazing agent, Brianne Johnson: thank you for pulling this story from the slush! It was truly the best Christmas present ever. Thank you, also, for your persistence. It’s because of you that Arcana found such a wonderful home in Skyhorse Publishing. On a related note, thank you to the Writers House readers, who snatched my story out of the slush for Bri to read and cheered for its success. Thank you especially to Bakara Wintner, who gave some truly phenomenal editorial feedback.
To my editors, Nicole Frail and Constance Renfrow: thank you for falling in love with this book. It’s been an absolute pleasure working with you!
For all the wonderful writers, readers, and authors who beta’d Arcana for me: Claire Gillian, Julie Reece, Susanna Hearn, and Amy Boyles. Thank you for all your helpful thoughts and feedback.
To my fellow debut TeamTalos author, Karina Sumner-Smith: I’m so glad we united during our debut angst. Your funny and brilliant emails were a large part of how I was able to keep calm.
To all the Skyhorse Publishing staff, especially Rain Saukas. My cover is breathtaking; I can’t thank you enough.
For everyone who has helped spread the word about Arcana, especially my in-laws, Mike and Carol, and all my friends and family in Greenville: thank you so much for your support!
And to you, dear reader: I am so grateful.
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